My mom and society have taught me that it is rude to offer advice when no one asks for it. But Black folks aren’t talking about disabilities with each othe
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New York Talks a Big Game on Gifted and Talented Educational Opportunities, But Illinois Is Doing Equity Better
Attacks against private school options are frequent and fervent, but what happens when public school opportunities become the point of confliction? You may
Read MoreHere’s What Children With Disabilities and Their Families Want Teachers to Know as We Start the School Year
As a mom of a child with disabilities, I know we parents can spend the early days of the school year terrified that a new classroom teacher won’t know how
Read MoreYes, They Can Go to College, Even With Learning Differences
According to a recent report, one in five American students have learning or attention differences, with challenges ranging from dyslexia to ADHD and more.
Read More3 Tips for a Great Summer With Your Child With Special Needs or Disabilities
School is over and summer is here! It is during the summer that I am most aware of how much work teachers do. Teachers, we love you! But while teachers are
Read MoreDo We Have to Call in the National Guard to Protect the Civil Rights of Students With Disabilities?
The question must be asked: What do we have to do to get school districts to follow the law and give students who are disabled the services they are legall
Read MoreMy Child With Autism Doesn’t Need or Want Your Pity
After attending an informational session for families about autism, Asperger’s and the difficulties of navigating being disabled and supporting your “diffe
Read More6 Tips to Keeping Your Child With Autism Safe at School
Most parents, as a rule, place their children’s safety as a top priority. But for parents of children with autism, the reality is that it can be even more
Read MoreI’m So Focused on What My Daughter With Autism Needs That I Sometimes Forget About Her Wants
When I realized my younger daughter was disabled, my belief in what was possible for her life changed. As her parent, I had to focus on her needs and didn’
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